We had a great time at the first Be A Digital Ally in February! Be sure to join us for our next one on March 17th, where we will be working through the dos and don’ts of accessible links and plain language. Register on Humanitix:
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On this #ThrowbackThursday, we take a trip down memory lane to when our staff presented activations at two conferences. Our blog post offers tips on how to do this kind of presentation right:
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John Slatin AccessU 2022 Keynote speaker . AccessU is a three-day conference for those seeking knowledge and best practices in accessible digital design. Video opens with a headshot of Christina Mallon followed by stock photos and videos.
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It’s the new John Slatin AccessU! Our asynchronous and hybrid approach acknowledges that not everyone can travel or that they may learn differently. Learn more about why we changed things up this year: Knowbility.org/AccessU
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A ticket to John Slatin AccessU 2022 gives you hands-on training from the best experts in accessibility and inclusive design.
Our early bird sale ends on March 7. Sign up today!
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Only 7 days left to take advantage of our Early Bird tix for John Slatin AccessU 2022! AccessU provides hands-on training from the leading experts in accessibility and inclusive design. Don’t miss it! knowbility.org/AccessU
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Austin's Legacy’s next Virtual Lunch n' Learn is tomorrow at 12 PM Central.
Join Knowbility Executive Director Sharron Rush and Visa’s Kelly Crowley to talk philanthropy, corporate social responsibility, and of course, accessibility!
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For years, we have spoken with about accessibility. Our community would like to participate too. Here is the result as they launch this year's campaign - they just don't care!
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It’s important that your team is making accessibility a priority at every stage of the design process. Not sure where to start? Our Accessibility Services Team has decades of experience in the field and can help you meet your goals.
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Wondering what’s the best way to audio describe your content? Join us at John Slatin AccessU 2022 for advice from the best! Get your ticket today! Knowbility.org/programs/acces
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Do you need an accessibility roadmap?
Knowbility’s experts test against the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.1, Level AA. Contact us to learn more about our services: Knowbility.org/services/proje
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We’ve partnered with , the most accessible ticketing platform around. They are on a mission to give a billion people with disabilities equal access to events. Read more about the work on Knowbility.org/blog/2022/in-2
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In-person events have innate barriers. For AccessU we are introducing a new conference model that blends asynchronous learning with live in-person events! Learn more about this innovative approach: Knowbility.org/AccessU
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Speech input is different from other input methods, and depending on how it’s used it can speed users up, or slow them down. Our coding track offers sessions on ways to improve the accessibility of speech input for greater inclusion.
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Announcing Our 2022 AccessU Keynotes! - mailchi.mp/knowbility/acc
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We love volunteers - they power AIR, AccessU and teach us about our community and how to better serve their needs. Jayne wrote the book on volunteer engagement and offers this great overview of what funding volunteer engagement looks like coyotecommunications.com/coyoteblog/202 via
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Making the web accessible to people with disabilities is a key aspect of inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. Our leadership and strategic consulting experts can help you launch your accessibility program. Knowbility.org/services/leade
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Make usability testing part of your inclusion journey. Knowbility’s AccessWorks draws from a pool of disabled people who can share their perspective on the user experience of your organization's digital tools: Knowbility.org/services/usabi
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Virtual reality, augmented reality, and other emerging tech hold exciting opportunities for gaming and more. Now, let’s make sure they’re accessible! Learn the latest developments in accessible gaming and mixed reality at John Slatin AccessU Conference.
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Wondering how user-friendly your product is? Our AccessWorks program gives you the chance to get feedback on your product from people with disabilities. Learn more and get in touch:
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We’re thrilled to host event registration for John Slatin AccessU 2022 on !
Check out our recent blog on why we chose to make the switch and find out why it’s the most accessible ticketing platform around:
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Has your organization received a demand letter? Our experts can create an accessibility report that’ll help you on your accessibility journey. Learn more and submit your project inquiry:
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Our auditing and testing work is comprehensive. After we’ve tested your product’s accessibility, Knowbility’s accessibility experts can issue a letter of validation. Learn more and submit your project inquiry: Knowbility.org/services/proje
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How to Write Alt Text and Image Descriptions for the visually impaired by Veronica Lewis.
One of the many resources we shared at today’s Be a Digital Ally workshop.
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Some questions to help you write good alt text:
What details will help the user understand the page as a whole?
What information would they be missing if the image wasn’t there?
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Assistive technology includes: screen readers, refreshable Braille displays, alternative navigation methods, switch controls, captions, transcripts, screen magnification, dark mode. That’s just the beginning!
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Happening now…
Be a Digital Ally: Alternative Text. This is the first in a series of free workshops for content creators.
Check out our spring schedule of events on Humanitix:
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This afternoon at 5 pm CT, Knowbility is hosting the first session in our new series, Be A Digital Ally! Today’s topic is a primer on alternative text. Find out more at
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When building a new mobile app, make sure you keep every potential user in mind. Our Accessibility Services Team can conduct an audit on your product to make sure that people with disabilities are able to use it. Submit a project inquiry today!
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Wondering how to create accessible content with Drupal or jQuery?
Our coding track at John Slatin AccessU 2022 is the conference for you.
Watch our sessions and come to the live Q&A.
Get your ticket to our hybrid conference!
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Has a customer contacted you about accessibility barriers on your website? Our team of accessibility experts is ready to test your product and create a report with actionable info on ways to move forward.
Submit your project inquiry today!
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Whether you love working in accessibility, or are just falling in love with creating more inclusive products and websites, you belong at John Slatin AccessU. Get your ticket to our first-ever hybrid conference!
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Our first session of Be A Digital Ally is coming up this Thursday at 5 pm CT! Join us for an informative, interactive look at alternative text — what it is and how to use it. Register here:
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On this day of love and friendship, we want to send love to our accessibility community for making the digital world a more inclusive place. Thank you being an a11y!
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Did you know W3C's Web Accessibility Initiative is volunteer driven? All the valuable resources include the option in the footer to suggest updates and/or edits. Like this one, one of our faves. Accessibility is a team sport - jump in!
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We made the choice to make the Be A Digital Ally series free to the public as part of our mission to create a digitally inclusive world. Your support ensures we are able to continue doing just that!
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Semantic HTML is the foundation for inclusive websites.
Our coding sessions at John Slatin AccessU will give you all you need to get started on your accessibility journey.
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“Studies have shown it is more difficult to vote at a polling place if you have a disability than voters without disabilities.” Read this important post in this election year by David Chapple (), an AccessWorks tester.
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